Brunswick Boston Whaler 26 Justice Series, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Boat Systems Section 4
Hydraulic fluid is added to the system through a fill port
in the helm pump while air is purged through bleeder
tees on each cylinder. The hydraulic steering system
has been filled, purged, and checked for leaks prior to
shipment. It is important to check the system for
proper engine turning control before putting the boat
into service.
Refer to the Teleflex owner’s manual for detailed sys-
tem component descriptions and maintenance instruc-
tions.
Operation
To properly steer and control the movement of the
boat, the operator should practice and become familiar
with the following procedures.
Going Ahead
Bow turns to starboard when the steering wheel is
turned clockwise .
Bow turns to port when the steering wheel is turned
counter-clockwise .
The number of revolutions of the steering wheel and
the speed of the boat determine the rate of directional
change.
Use of the engine throttle in turning can greatly
increase the performance of the boat while performing
certain maneuvers. To turn quickly to port or star-
board at slow speed, turn the steering wheel in the
direction you want to go. When the steering wheel has
been turned, increase the engine speed, and the boat
will turn quickly. It is important to turn the steering
wheel before increasing the engine speed, because
the boat will accelerate in the direction it is heading.
Return the steering wheel to the CENTERED position
when you turn the engines OFF .